Job Description

Remote Work:
No
Job Number:
R0206665
Location:
North Charleston,SC,US
Linux Installation and Support Engineer

The Opportunity:

Your combination of people skills and system administrator knowledge makes you the team hero, solving one problem after another. What if you could use those skills to improve the technology supporting the Naval Information Warfare Center? We’re looking for a system administrator with a strong Linux administration background.

As a system administrator on our team, you’ll provide Tier 3, 4 distance and onsite support of networks, servers and data communications paths on various U.S. Navy networks. You’ll help clients overcome tough challenges through monitoring and performance management. Your knowledge will be vital as you identify problem areas and opportunities for improvement in a mission-critical network. Your communication skills will come in handy as you turn metrics into information and articulate their meaning. 

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have: 

  • 8+ years of experience working with a wide range of IT products

  • 2+ years of experience with software testing and test processes

  • Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7/8 Server Operating Systems or Linux distributions, such as CentOS or Ubuntu

  • Knowledge of hardware specifications found in desktops, laptops, and servers

  • Knowledge of virtualization technologies using Red Hat KVM, and ESX VMware

  • Ability to multi-task and balance multiple goals and priorities, and display self-motivation, a strong work ethic, and commitment to quality

  • Ability to display a passion for learning about and working in the IT industry

  • Ability to obtain a Secret clearance

  • HS diploma or GED

  • Ability to obtain CompTIA Security+ CE certification within 3 months of start date

Nice If You Have: 

  • Experience with Navy IT-21 networks using ADNS and CANES

  • Knowledge of TCP/IP networking fundamentals

  • Possession of strong verbal and written communication skills, including documentation skills

  • CompTIA Linux+ or Red Hat Certified Systems Administrator (RHCSA) certifications

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $60,400.00 to $137,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

  • If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
  • If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

EEO Commitment

We’re an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change – no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

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